Nick Piccone
It’s been a heavy morning as we’ve received news that can only be described as heartbreaking.
Buddy Ryan, former Eagles coach, died today. He was 82.
Sad day continues: Former NFL head coach and defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan died Tuesday, according to his agent James Solano. He was 82.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 28, 2016
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 28, 2016
Ryan led the Chicago Bears to the Super Bowl title in 1985 as the team’s defensive coordinator – possibly coaching the best defense in the history of the NFL. As the head coach of the Eagles, Ryan didn’t win a playoff game but he was enamored for his brash personality and Philadelphia fell in love with him. He was revered in this city until the day he died, and he always will be.
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That’s not the only sad news, however. Pat Summitt, who had been battling Alzheimer’s and was in grave condition the last few days, passed away at 64.
BREAKING: Legendary Tennessee women's basketball coach Pat Summitt has died. She was 64. pic.twitter.com/ldlKsnTyNx
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) June 28, 2016
Our thoughts are with the Ryan and Summitt families.
RIP COACH